Urinetown

Urinetown was the 2022 fall musical at the University of Illinois. It is a musical satire of bureaucracy and musical theatre itself. It is set in a world ravaged by a 20-year drought leading to the government ban on private toilets. With the people bleeding dry from the Urine Good Companies tariffs, a revolution occurs seeking to allow the people to pee for free.

During the November 2022 production of Urinetown at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign's Cowell Playhouse, I served as the Audio Engineer for Illinois Theater. Tasked with managing the audio aspects, I focused on streamlining paperwork to serve as a centralized hub for all audio-related matters. The venue had been recently equipped with a Meyer Sound D'Mitri system capable of constellation. I leveraged my expertise with Meyer Sound's D-Mitri system to manage and organize the signal flow for well over 100 speakers. While I value the clarity of Excel spreadsheets, I recognized the need for faster and more efficient methods of dispensing information. This led me to create detailed diagrams alongside spreadsheets, ensuring smooth setup and operation during load-in and rehearsals.

A key takeaway from this experience was the importance of communication within the crew, which facilitated quick problem-solving and collaboration, as exemplified when accommodating last-minute changes during rehearsals through effective teamwork. Building solid friendships with the technical team allowed for better and faster solutions, as evidenced when the design added front-fill monitors during mid-dress rehearsal. Thanks to these relationships, we swiftly implemented the changes, ensuring a seamless production. This experience emphasized the significance of fostering strong bonds with colleagues, enabling smoother operations and enhancing overall performance.